Povinelli, who is 3 feet and 9 inches tall, will play a character named Todd, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The actor has recently made guest appearances on episodes of Modern Family, Boardwalk Empire and Cold Case. He will also appear alongside Robert Pattinson and Reese Witherspoon in upcoming film Water for Elephants.

It was previously confirmedthat Handler will portray her own older sister in the Chelsea pilot. Other confirmed cast members include ER's Angel Laketa Moore and stand-up comedian Jo Koy.